Some critics will claim "Broadway ran out of ideas". However, I think Broadway is actually making these ideas fresher and newer, expanding to broader audiences and bringing to life these memorable characters from the screen to the stage. Movie musicals are, by far, wonderful additions to the theater community and usually take a heavy hit from critics hoping to see the exact film. Through the power of Broadway and the imaginative creative teams they are assigned, some of the best films (personally, at least) have been put on their feet to dazzle audiences of all ages and bringing a fresh approach to an old classic. With twists, bends, and incredible scores, they give us theater goers (and those just fans of the movie) a breathtaking experience and a new favorite musical to enjoy. Here are the top 11 (in no particular order) movie musicals:

1. "Waitress"

Order up!

2. "Heathers: The Musical"

How Very!

3. "Legally Blonde"

Little Miss Woods, Elle

4. "American Psycho"

This truly was "hip to be square".

5. "Spamalot"

For all the Monty Python lovers out there.

6. "The Little Mermaid"

Personally bringing us wanting to be where the mermaids are.

7. The Who's "Tommy"

"Tommy, Can You Hear Me"?

8. "Little Shop of Horrors"

Who knew this man eating plant would eat its way to our hearts.

9. "Finding Neverland"

Taking us to Neverland in a whole new way.

10. "Shrek the Musical"

As much green as "Wicked", also as much fun!

11. "Newsies"

Bringing to life a classic Disney gem